fibroid Meaning & Definition
/ˈfaɪ.brɔɪd/
What Does Fibroid Mean?
Fibroid is used as a noun meaning A benign tumour of the uterus that is composed of either fibrous connective tissue or muscle. It is also used to mean A fibroma.
Fibroid: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈfaɪ.brɔɪd/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Plural | fibroids |
Fibroid Definition (Noun)
- A benign tumour of the uterus that is composed of either fibrous connective tissue or muscle.
- A fibroma.
Synonyms of Fibroid
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Fibroid synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
fibroid (plural fibroids)
Origin of Fibroid
From fibro- + -oid.
Pronouncing Fibroid
Fibroid is pronounced /ˈfaɪ.brɔɪd/ and has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (faɪ).